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constabulary

[kuhn-stab-yuh-ler-ee] / kənˈstæb yəˌlɛr i /
NOUN
military police
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK








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The inquiry heard Sanders had noted that a coordinated media release, with families affected, would be required, adding it could have a "significant impact on the reputation of the constabulary".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood also stated she had lost confidence in the chief constable, following an update on a "damning" review from the chief inspector of constabulary and what she called a "failure of leadership".

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

"Molly Bury's behaviour fell way below what the constabulary expects and what the public would expect of a serving police officer."

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2025

Andy Cooke, chief inspector of constabulary, said the current police funding formula was "an anachronism".

From BBC • Dec. 17, 2024

This includes the police and constabulary as well as the army, and courts and parliaments as well as the navy.

From Socialism and Democracy in Europe by Orth, Samuel P.




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